dtcmor
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Post by dtcmor on Jan 29, 2016 3:19:14 GMT -5
Been a while since I've posted any projects. I have been wanting to try my hand with the dremal and new flex shaft, and carve some handles for my flintknapped blades to make some nice knives. Here is my first attempt. The blade is from a heated petrified wood slab and about 8" long. The antler is an elk tip and I carved the catfish into it. The knife is about 18" total in length.    Thanks for looking! Dave |
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jamesp
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Post by jamesp on Jan 29, 2016 5:15:31 GMT -5
Sweet knife Dave. Removing the natural patina did the trick. Knapping off the chart.
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dtcmor
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Post by dtcmor on Jan 29, 2016 6:06:03 GMT -5
Thanks James! The blade is my largest one yet. I have another Flint Rigde piece I am working on that should go over 9" if I don't break it. The carving is more like a tattoo, but I am working on three dimensional pieces too - much more challenging to make them look realistic instead of tribal.
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Post by Peruano on Jan 29, 2016 8:09:44 GMT -5
Nice! I like the colors and the design. Congrats. Tom
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Post by orrum on Jan 29, 2016 9:55:06 GMT -5
Really great chipping and carving!
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Post by Fossilman on Jan 29, 2016 10:25:55 GMT -5
Craftsmanship to a T! Thumbs up
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Post by NDK on Jan 29, 2016 11:46:52 GMT -5
Very cool!
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dtcmor
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Post by dtcmor on Jan 29, 2016 18:11:02 GMT -5
Thanks everyone!
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Post by RickB on Jan 29, 2016 18:51:24 GMT -5
Nice work, thanks for posting photo.
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Post by Pat on Jan 29, 2016 19:57:57 GMT -5
I don't generally care for knives, but the knives I've seen on this forum are outstanding, yours included.
Is it useful, or is it decorative?
Thanks.
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dtcmor
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Post by dtcmor on Jan 29, 2016 23:20:59 GMT -5
Thanks Rick!
Pat - This one is more for decoration with its size and carving, but it can be used. I have a couple of hunting friends that actually use them. I usually keep the edges dull for the display knives, but the others can be sharper than a metal blade.
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Post by beefjello on Feb 1, 2016 19:02:58 GMT -5
That's really great Dave! You sure got the knapping down, love the catfish!
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Post by Thunder69 on Feb 2, 2016 19:57:01 GMT -5
That is sweet Dave ....nice looking blade...John
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Post by adrian65 on Feb 2, 2016 23:38:38 GMT -5
What a beauty! I like the overall look. Very good choice for the antler handle, the grip must be excellent. And the carved catfish is the cherry on the cake.
Adrian
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Post by dtcmor on Feb 3, 2016 5:42:12 GMT -5
Thanks Brian, John and Adrian!!
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